Blue Tailed Goodea (Ataeniobius toweri)

Scientific Name(s): Ataeniobius toweri, Goodea toweri

 

Common Name(s): Blue Tailed Goodea, Blue Tailed Goodeid

 

Family: Goodeidae

 

Species Type: Livebearers

 

Maximum Size: 4 inches

 

Life Span: 6 years

 

Natural Habitat: Small lakes, rivers and streams

 

Minimum Tank Size: 29 gallons

 

Tank Region: All over

 

Possible Tank Mates: Compatible with almost any other peaceful community fish that can accept similar water parameters.

 

Description: This fish is well adaptable to the aquarium environment. It will tolerate a wide variety of water conditions and will readily breed in captivity.

This fish is on the endangered species list. It's status is red. Even with it's endangered status, this species is still available from breeders.

 

Temperature Range 72°F - 85°F

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pH Range 7.5 - 8.5

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Hardness 30° - 60°

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Breeding Information: As this fish is a livebearer the female is fertilized directly by the male. The gestation period is about 8 weeks. Provide plenty of cover for the fry once they are born, but they are usually large enough to avoid being eaten by their parents.

 

Sexing Information: Females tend to be larger with less blue in their tails. The males have a modified anal fin with a gonopodium.

 

Diet: Omnivorous - Does well with flake food

 

Temperment: A peaceful schooling fish

 

Common Diseases: None specific to species

 

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Blue Tailed Goodea (Ataeniobius toweri)